President of the Prudential Assurance Company. Born Thomas Charles Dewey in Cheshunt, Hertfordshire. He joined the Prudential Company as a junior clerk and worked his way up. He lived in Bromley, Kent where he was a leading member of the community, becoming a patron of many local charities and sporting organisations. Died at Peak House, Sidmouth.
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Sir Thomas Dewey
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An appellation used on plaques erected by Sexual Avengers commemorating sites of gay events/interest.
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